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Saab · 2 months ago

Senior Staff RF Electrical Engineer

East Syracuse, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$113K/yr - $147K/yr

10+ years exp

Saab is a leading defense and security company dedicated to helping nations keep their people and society safe. They are seeking a Level 4 Senior Staff RF Engineer to lead the architecture and optimization of advanced RF systems for radar and communication applications.

AerospaceAutomotiveInformation TechnologyManufacturingNational SecuritySecurity

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Define and develop RF system architectures for radar and advanced sensing applications

Derive and maintain RF link/system budgets including gain, noise figure, dynamic range, and spurious performance

Model and predict phase noise, CPCR, CA, spurious suppression, and related RF performance metrics

Conduct trade studies and system optimization to balance performance, cost, and schedule

Guide the integration of Tx/Rx modules, LO generation/distribution, filters, and beamforming subsystems into complete radar systems

Work closely with hardware, firmware, DSP, and mechanical teams to ensure full system-level alignment

Perform root cause analysis of system performance issues and recommend design changes

Generate and maintain high-quality documentation for requirements, budgets, analysis reports, and verification plans

Provide technical mentorship to junior and mid-level RF engineers

Qualification

RF system designRF analysisSimulation toolsRF measurement equipmentPhased-array architecturesMilitary/aerospace standardsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related field (Master's or PhD preferred)

10+ years of experience in RF system design and analysis, preferably for radar or high-performance comms

Deep understanding of RF/microwave theory including gain, noise, non-linear effects, spurious content, and spectral purity

Demonstrated experience deriving and validating system-level RF budgets

Proficiency in simulation tools such as Keysight ADS, MATLAB, HFSS, CST, or similar

Experience with phase noise analysis, CPCR, CA, dynamic range, and link margin calculations

Familiarity with radar system concepts including waveforms, pulse compression, and Doppler processing

Strong skills with RF measurement equipment (VNAs, spectrum analyzers, phase noise analyzers, power meters)

US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Preferred

Experience in phased-array architectures and beamforming

Knowledge of military/aerospace standards and environmental testing

Strong communication skills for customer and internal design reviews

Benefits

Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents

Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability

401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs

Employee stock purchase program with employer match